NEW: Gokwe teen (18) jailed for raping aunt (42)

The man, who is married to the complainant’s aunt, had pleaded not guilty to the charge

Online Reporter

AN 18-year-old man from Gokwe South, under Chief Njelele, has been sentenced to an effective 15 years in prison for raping his 42-year-old aunt.

According to records from the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ), the incident occurred on May 16, 2026, around 5am, while the offender and the victim were walking to a nearby village for a casual labour job.

“Along the way, the offender turned on the victim, grabbing her by the neck and tripping her to the ground,” said NPAZ.

“The victim fell on her back and fought back bravely, but she was ultimately overpowered by the offender, who forcibly undressed and raped her. The attack was interrupted when a passerby heard shouting and distress noises coming from the bush. The passerby rushed to the scene and caught the offender in the act.”

After rescuing the victim, the passerby assisted her in dressing and escorted her safely back home.

A formal report was subsequently made to the police, leading to the immediate arrest of the offender and his subsequent conviction.